ConfAI 2026 | Conference on Artificial Intelligence

Conversations that Shape AI Futures

By Harish and Bina Shah School of AI & Computer Science

October 30 - November 1, 2026 Plaksha University, Mohali, Punjab

CONFAI 2026 BY THE NUMBERS

Keynote Speakers

25+

Oral Presenters

75+

Poster Presenters

500+

Attendees

Conference Overview

The three day academic conference aims to highlight the potential of AI in exploring effective solutions to societal challenges. The talks and discussions aim to foster collaboration, knowledge sharing, and innovative discussions. It will bring together students, researchers, and practitioners across diverse AI domains to shape the future of research, development, and impactful applications in the Indian AI landscape.

3 Days of Shared Learning

8 Curated Tracks

Industry + Academia Focused Dialogue

Dates for Abstract Submission

Call for Abstracts Deadline Closed
August 10, 2026
Notification of Acceptance Closed
August 31, 2026
Conference Dates Upcoming
October 30 – November 1, 2026 (Friday–Sunday)

Why Attend ConfAI 2026?

Prominent Keynote & Guest Speakers

Engage with distinguished global leaders and visionary thinkers from academia and industry delivering thought-provoking keynote addresses across cutting-edge AI tracks.
Latest AI Research

Discover peer-reviewed breakthroughs, state-of-the-art methodology, and transformative discoveries presented by pioneering researchers pushing the frontier of artificial intelligence.
Practical Frameworks & Insights

Acquire actionable architectures, real-world tools, and strategic insights addressing crucial questions around AI governance, scalable deployment, and societal impact.
Collaborative Networking

Connect with peer researchers, esteemed faculty, and tech innovators through structured networking forums designed to spark multidisciplinary research collaborations.
Diverse Presentation Formats

Experience an engaging blend of dynamic keynotes, interactive panel discussions, curated oral tracks, and comprehensive poster sessions tailored for deep exploration.
Direct Mentorship

Benefit from dedicated one-on-one sessions and personalized guidance from seasoned domain experts, academic faculty, and industry veterans to accelerate your career.

Featured Keynote Speakers

Dr. Balaraman Ravindran

Head, Dept. of Data Science & AI, IIT Madras

Ph.D. University of Massachusetts Amherst

Dr. Manish Gupta

Senior Director, Google DeepMind

Ph.D. University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

Dr. Parag Singla

Professor, CSE Dept., IIT Delhi

Ph.D. University of Washington

Dr. Ponnurangam Kumaraguru

Visiting Scientist, ANRF | Professor of CS, IIIT Hyderabad

Ph.D. Carnegie Mellon University

Dr. Sanghamitra Bandyopadhyay

Ex-Director, ISI Kolkata | Padmashree Awardee

Ph.D. Indian Statistical Institute

Dr. Santanu Chaudhury

Dean, Vachani School of Advanced Computing, Ashoka University

Professor of CS | Ph.D. IIT Kharagpur

Who Should Attend?

UG & PG Students

Specialized in Computer Science, AI/ML, Data Science, and Electrical Engineering.
Early-Career Faculty & Research Scholars

Focused on exploring practical AI applications within their respective domains.
PhD Students

Doctoral researchers conducting deep-tech studies in AI.
Industry Professionals

Practitioners actively building and deploying solutions in AI and tech sectors.
AI Enthusiasts & Curious Learners

Anyone looking to understand future directions and trends in AI research.
PhD Aspirants

We invite candidates who are considering doing PhD to apply for high-value fellowships under the Harish & Bina Shah School of AI and Computer Science.

Candidates who apply to the PhD program by October 15 will also be eligible for a partial waiver of the conference fee.
Apply for PhD Program